Bellmore Merrick Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
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Bellmore Merrick Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk: November 26, 2026, Mepham High School
The Bellmore Merrick Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk is an in-person community event held on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, at the front parking lot of Mepham High School in Bellmore, NY. The event benefits the North Merrick Fire Department and is scheduled to take place rain or shine.
Distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Free Kids 1/4 mile Fun Run
Registration options include a paid 5K entry and a free kids fun run; registration totals may vary with optional donations and processing fees. The first 200 registered participants are guaranteed a t-shirt. Participants who register three weeks before race day receive a personalized bib; last-minute registrants within 24 hours can receive a bib number by text within 90 seconds. A name can be placed on the bib if registration is completed in advance.
Amenities listed for the event include live online, email and text results, free finish line photos, and same-day finish line pictures. Awards are given to the top overall male and female and to the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 plus. Ribbons are provided to all kids run participants.
Race day procedures note that a bib number is required for pickup and that self lookup tools are available for bib information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
